The very top of our state, with its small towns and expansive outdoor recreation options, is a region driven by local government, where school funding, access to well-paying jobs, and retention of a sustainable workforce are all big issues.

For other outdoor activities, Gaetjens-Oleson recommends rafting the Androscoggin River from Milan. You can find a few companies that provide guiding and supplies here, here, and here. For year-round adventure on the Androscoggin, visit here.